Explaining “Procrastination is the thief of time”

What does it mean?

The phrase "Procrastination is the thief of time" means that delaying tasks and putting things off leads to wasted time that could have been used productively. Procrastination often results in a loss of valuable time, making it harder to meet deadlines or reach goals efficiently.

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Origin

The phrase is attributed to the English writer Edward Young, who used it in his poem "Night Thoughts", published in the 18th century.